Bellator Fighting Championship officials announced the addition to the card earlier today.

Featuring first-round tournament bouts in the heavyweight, bantamweight and 115-pound female divisions, Bellator 26 takes place Aug. 26 at the Kansas City Power & Light District in Kansas City, Mo.

As with all Bellator events, the main card airs on FOX Sports Net.

Carl returns for his third fight under the Bellator banner after being ousted in the season-two welterweight tournament semifinals by Dan Hornbuckle. Prior to his stint with Bellator, Carl had racked up six of his nine career victories on the regional circuit by submission while also balancing an Army enlistment that included a tour of duty in Iraq.

Meanwhile, Markham competes for the first time since being released by the UFC after a 1-2 run with the promotion. An aggressive striker, Markham has yet to go to a decision in 22 career fights. In fact, 15 of his career contests have ended in the first round.

“As an MMA fan, I’m really looking forward to this fight,” said Bellator CEO Bjorn Rebney stated in today’s release. “Markham is one of the toughest guys in the sport and Carl showed huge tenacity in his fight with Brett Cooper. This should be a great fight.”

As the UFC 189 tour made its last stop in Dublin, featherweight champ Jose Aldo was met with a torrent of abuse from the Irish fans. It might have been unpleasant, but it might also have been just what he needed.